Physicians Hanging a Shingle | Start a Private Medical Practice

Brittney Anderson, MD, FAAFP | Physician and Practice Owner
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A physician-hosted podcast dedicated to guiding other physicians through the steps of successfully starting a private medical practice. Have you considered launching a private practice but don’t know where to start? Are you overwhelmed by the thought of business plans, acquiring patients, and the nitty-gritty of setting up your own medical office? Then pull up a chair! Physicians Hanging a Shingle: A Physician’s Guide to Launching a Medical Practice is your go-to podcast for navigating the exciting, yet sometimes daunting, journey of opening your own practice. Hosted by board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Brittney Anderson, who successfully launched her own thriving practice three years ago, this podcast shares all the hard-earned lessons, practical insights, and actionable strategies to help you confidently take the leap from employee to entrepreneur. Learn from someone who’s been there and done that! Each episode delivers invaluable advice on everything from crafting a winning business plan and securing financing to mastering marketing, hiring staff, and building a thriving patient base. Stop dreaming and start doing. Subscribe to Physicians Hanging a Shingle and let’s build your independent practice, together!

  1. 6d ago

    #71: How to Make Progress Toward Opening Your Private Practice, Even When You’re Busy

    Opening a private practice can feel overwhelming when you look at everything that needs to get done. But you don’t need an entire free weekend, or even several hours, to make meaningful progress. In this episode, I’m challenging you to focus on one question: What are you working on this week? Whether you have a few hours or just 30 minutes, there’s something you can do to move your practice forward. One phone call, one email, one section of your business plan...it all adds up. --- ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE --- In this episode, I discussed an earlier episode (#7: How My Clinic Facebook Launch Got 700+ Shares). Check it out, it's a great episode! 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson Your practice doesn’t have to open this week. It just needs to be a little closer to opening than it was last week.

  2. Aug 10

    #70: Before You Talk to the Bank about Financing Your New Practice: 5 Things to Have Ready

    Thinking about financing your private practice? Your first meeting with a bank shouldn't be the first time you've thought through the numbers. In this episode, I’m sharing five things physicians should have ready before approaching a bank...from knowing your startup costs and having a business plan to preparing financial projections and understanding your timeline. If you're ready to turn your private practice idea into an actionable plan, Plan to Practice will help you put the pieces together step by step. In this episode: What to know before approaching a lender Why working capital matters The financial documents and projections to prepare Why you should start talking to banks earlier than you think ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp --- ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE --- In this episode, I discussed an earlier episode (#7: How My Clinic Facebook Launch Got 700+ Shares). Check it out, it's a great episode! 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

  3. Aug 3

    #69: 10 Things Patients See Before They Meet You

    Your patient experience doesn't begin in the exam room; it begins long before you introduce yourself. In this episode, I walk through 10 things every patient notices before they ever meet their physician, from your Google listing and website to your waiting room and staff. If you're planning a private practice, these small details can make a big impact on the trust and confidence your patients have from day one. In this episode, you'll learn: Why first impressions start before the exam room The 10 touch points every physician should evaluate before opening Simple ways to create a patient experience that builds trust from the very beginning --- ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE --- In this episode, I discussed an earlier episode (#7: How My Clinic Facebook Launch Got 700+ Shares). Check it out, it's a great episode! 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

  4. Jul 27

    #68: Remember the Doctor You Wanted to Be as a Medical Student

    Why did you want to become a physician in the first place? As I prepare to speak with medical students later this week, I'm reminded of the optimism they bring to medicine...and how easy it is to lose sight of that vision once we're in practice. In this episode, I encourage physicians who are building or considering private practice to reconnect with the career they imagined when they first started. Your practice doesn't have to look like everyone else's. It should reflect your values, your goals, and the physician you always hoped to become. If you're feeling discouraged or wondering whether private practice is worth it, this episode is your reminder that it's never too late to build a practice on purpose. --- ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

  5. Jul 20

    #67: Legal Mistakes to Avoid When Starting a Private Practice

    In this episode, I'm joined by healthcare attorney Kim Cunningham of Cunningham Law to discuss the most common legal mistakes physicians make when starting a private practice, when to hire an attorney, and how to avoid costly compliance pitfalls. As a bonus for Physicians Hanging a Shingle listeners, Kim is offering 10% off her legal services. Be sure to listen to the end of the episode for details, or reach out to her at kim@kimcunninghamlaw.com. --- ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE --- In this episode, I discussed an earlier episode (#7: How My Clinic Facebook Launch Got 700+ Shares). Check it out, it's a great episode! 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

  6. Jul 13

    #66: Why You Should Batch Your Social Media Before You Open

    What if one hour today could save you hours of stress during launch? In this episode, I'm sharing one of the productivity habits I recommend to every physician I coach: content batching. Learn why creating your social media in advance can help you stay consistent, reduce decision fatigue, and free up your time when your practice finally opens. I also share a personal story about a post that unexpectedly took off—and why you need to be ready when new followers find you. In this episode, you'll learn: *What content batching is *Why your notice period is the perfect time to create content *How batching helps you engage with new followers instead of scrambling to post *Simple content ideas you can start creating today --- ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE --- In this episode, I discussed an earlier episode (#7: How My Clinic Facebook Launch Got 700+ Shares). Check it out, it's a great episode! 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

  7. Jul 6

    #65: Four Lessons From Four Years in Private Practice

    Four years ago, I opened the doors to my private practice. And looking back, there are a few things I wish I could have told myself on day one. In this episode, I'm sharing four lessons I've learned over the past four years that I believe every future practice owner should hear before opening their doors. If you're dreaming about private practice or are early in your journey, this episode is for you. --- ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

  8. Jul 1

    #64: Building a Strong Practice Culture on Purpose

    If you think practice culture starts after you hire your first employee, think again. In this episode, I share why the culture of your practice begins long before opening day. We'll talk about hiring for character, choosing personalities that complement one another, creating clear expectations during onboarding, and building the kind of workplace where both your team and your patients thrive. Whether you're still planning your practice or already hiring your first employees, this episode will help you build your team with intention from day one. --- ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

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A physician-hosted podcast dedicated to guiding other physicians through the steps of successfully starting a private medical practice. Have you considered launching a private practice but don’t know where to start? Are you overwhelmed by the thought of business plans, acquiring patients, and the nitty-gritty of setting up your own medical office? Then pull up a chair! Physicians Hanging a Shingle: A Physician’s Guide to Launching a Medical Practice is your go-to podcast for navigating the exciting, yet sometimes daunting, journey of opening your own practice. Hosted by board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Brittney Anderson, who successfully launched her own thriving practice three years ago, this podcast shares all the hard-earned lessons, practical insights, and actionable strategies to help you confidently take the leap from employee to entrepreneur. Learn from someone who’s been there and done that! Each episode delivers invaluable advice on everything from crafting a winning business plan and securing financing to mastering marketing, hiring staff, and building a thriving patient base. Stop dreaming and start doing. Subscribe to Physicians Hanging a Shingle and let’s build your independent practice, together!

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